This Is What the Cast of "13 Reasons Why" Looked Like When They Were Kids

Fans know and love the cast of 13 Reasons Why, but ever wonder what they were like before the show? Here are 9 of the stars, now and then.

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Dylan Minnette: Now

In addition to playing Clay Jensen on 13 Reasons Why, Dylan sings and plays guitar for his rock band, Wallows, which is set to perform at this year's Lollapalooza. If you haven't already, you should check out their Spring EP and watch the music video for their song, "Pictures of Girls."

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Dylan Minnette: Then

According to Dylan's IMDb page, he has been acting since 2005, in which he appeared as "Little Charlie" on Two and a Half Men. Fans might have also seen him as Jeffrey in Drake & Josh, David Shephard in Lost, Clay Norman in Saving Grace, and Noah Marber in Lie to Me.

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Alisha Boe: Now

If you binge-watched season two of 13 Reasons Why and want to see more from Alisha, don't worry because her next project is already underway. Alisha is set to star a short film called Binge, which her 13RW costar Brandon Flynn also stars in. The story follows identical twin sisters, Ani and Ale, as they try to navigate their addiction to teen-soap, Runyon, as well as their obsession with the show's main character, Johnny.

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Alisha Boe: Then

Alisha made her acting debut in the 2008 horror flick Amusement and later had a role in Paranormal Activity 4 in 2012. She also guest-starred on Modern Family, Teen Wolf, Parenthood, and more. However, as Alisha explained in her W magazine interview, scoring roles was anything but easy. "Honestly, it was hard for me to book [roles] as an early teen, because it just wasn’t inclusive then for mixed or ethnically ambiguous or black people, in general," she said.

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Brandon Flynn: Now

If you loved seeing Brandon and his 13 Reasons Why costar Alisha Boe together on screen, then get excited because they will both be featured in the short film, Binge. Brandon will play Johnny, the main character of a teen show called Runyon. If you haven't already, definitely check out the film's teaser here.

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Brandon Flynn: Then

This throwback pic from Brandon's Instagram is so sweet! I wonder if this was taken in the Miami native's childhood home? Who knows. The most important question really is: Has boyfriend Sam Smith seen this adorable pic yet?!

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Justin Prentice: Now

Although season 3 of 13 Reasons Why has yet to be confirmed, Justin was able to discuss the possibility of it with Entertainment Weekly. "We haven’t heard anything about a season 3," Justin told the site. "I think there’s still more to explore. They’re setting up a new school year, there’s a little line to Dempsey — ‘I guess I’ll see you on the football field’ — which could hint at more football," he said.

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Justin Prentice: Then

Believe it or not, there are plenty of shows you might have seen Justin starring in before he scored the role of Bryce Walker in 13 Reasons Why. For example, he played Brad in iCarly, Darrell in Glee, and Patrick in Awkward.

Omg, that hair! "Collar popped cuz I knew I was lookin fresh af. #BowlcutChronicles#tbt," Ross wrote on Instagram. Years after this pic was taken, Ross went on to star in some of your favorite TV shows and movies, including Teen Wolf, Riverdale, and K.C. Undercover.

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Christian Navarro: Now

Christian will be featured in the movie, Can You Ever Forgive Me, which stars Melissa McCarthy, Julie Ann Emery, Joanna Adler, Richard E. Grant, and more. Based on a true story, the film is about bestselling celebrity biographer Lee Israe and her decision to forge letters written by deceased writers in order to make a living. The movie is set to release on Octotber 19 via Fox Searchlight, but until then, you can watch the trailer here.

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Christian Navarro: Then

Look at those cheeks! This must've been taken on a playground in his home state of New York — Christian grew up in the Bronx. This little man would get his first chance at acting in 2005 when he played an infected child in Day of the Dead 2: Contagium.

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Miles Heizer: Now

Before 13RW fame, Miles starred in the TV series Parenthood as Drew Holt. His most notable film role was in the 2007 movie Rails & Ties. Another fun fact: He's appeared as a judge on RuPaul's Drag Race.

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Miles Heizer: Then

Here's a throwback pic from 2007, when Miles attended the 32nd Annual Toronto International Film Festival. Miles was born in Greenville, Kentucky, but his family moved to Los Angeles when he was ten. Once in Hollywood, Miles' acting opportunities started to really open up.

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Ajiona Alexus: Now

Ajiona is always look stylish AF! Have you seen her slay in her role one Empire? If you're ever in need of some fashion inspo, make sure to check out her Instagram account.

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Ajiona Alexus: Then

Here's a pic from 2012! Ajiona looked absolutely fabulous at the premiere for The Rickey Smiley Show. The star — who was born in Tuskegee, Alabama — got into acting when she was 12, and she never looked back. She majored in Theater Arts at the Alabama School of Fine Arts.

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Sosie Bacon: Now

Who else was totally brokenhearted when Sosie's character Skye and Clay Jensen broke up?! I definitely shed a tear. Also, if her last name looks familiar it's because her parents are actors Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick. So it's safe to say acting runs in her blood.

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Sosie Bacon: Then

One benefit of having actor parents has to be getting to be a date on SO MANY red carpets. Here, Sosie is with her dad, Kevin, at the premiere for Queen Latifa's movie Beauty Shop. Another perk has to be getting cast in movies by your rents. Sosie's first role was playing 10-year-old Emily in the movie Loverboy, which was directed by her father.

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